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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1938
Page
2
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The Automobile Manufacturers Association plans a joint week long push to move used car stocks to hasten normal new car sales. Industry notes over one third of cars are seven years old or older, yet used prices are at record lows while quality remains high. The effort aims to modernize automotive equipment and boost economy and safety, reflecting cooperative enterprise in a competitive industry.
The piece forecasts intense debate in congress over a proposed tax law, with supporters claiming prosperity and opponents warning of hardship. It notes lawmakers compare taxes to plucking a goose, suggesting the least noticed tax can cause the most damage as the goose sleeps through the loss of feathers.
In a Cranium Crackers case Gregory leased a building from Oswald at an unusually high rate and later refused further payments claiming a lease clause voids it upon rent default. Oswald sues for rent. Gregory argues the clause invalidates obligations. The article notes two courtroom queries and unusual statutes affecting local decisions. A separate item reports a surprise birthday dinner for Mr. Lewis A. Moberly at 38 Madison Street with attendees named.
Benjamin R. Stickney Jr of Washington DC writes to condemn Adolf Hitler and Mussolini for diverting attention from Germany’s woes. He argues fascist pressure harms Britain and France and warns of conflict if they persist. The letter frames concerns about German aggression and calls for vigilance.
A compact note covers common misuse and pronunciation tips for English learners. It highlights errors such as bowling as a healthy exercise and they are healthy children, explains domicile pronunciation, and clarifies timbre versus timber. It introduces synonyms and a daily word goal with a quotation about propagation.
Local items from The News dated March 7 1888 note the Frederick City Bill seeking 30000 in bonds to expand the water system, drawing opposition over tax relief prospects and fear of using the Monocacy river. A Baltimore engineer estimates a mountain reservoir could meet needs for fifty years at 320000. John H Rouzer executor sold the Reuzer estate in Mechanics Town for 11205 with the home place bought by Daniel Osier and many lots sold separately.
Readable fragments report an early March 1918 column with weather notes of 77 degrees then 36 after a storm. A House bill seeks to remove two state roads commissioners. Mrs Kate Kr eystown and her companion were injured in a horse train accident. Baptist minister Samuel R. White of Poolesville died, having performed about 2500 weddings. Frederick residents learn via Food Administration that some candies remain edible.
Katherine Mayo portrays a curious episode from the American Revolution in General Washington's Dilemma. Bruce Catton notes the tale of a captured British officer chosen by lot to be hanged after Cornwallis's surrender sparked demands for reprisal. Washington faced a pledge to protect a prisoner and the British refusal led to a tense, sleepless stand before a peaceful resolution.
A compilation of quotes from McNutt, Keenan, Frank, Jenkins, Nijinsky, Norman Thomas, Black, and Totton on American governance, poverty, foreign policy, and business confidence. The collection contrasts democratic resilience with scarcity thinking and highlights varied expert opinions from government, finance, and culture.
A fragmented, archaic note laments global trouble and moral decline. The writer laments dimming decency, persistent violence, and widespread discontent, urging people to strive for peace and better feeling amid a dark week.
Hanya Holirot and her modern dance group performed at Hood College in Brodbeck Hall before faculty students and friends. The program featured etudes on relaxation elasticity and space, plus concert dances including Salutation Sarabande City Nocturne and Primitive Rhythm sequence. The troupe included Louise Kloepper Carolyn Durand Miriam Kagan Harriet Roeder Marva Spelman and Elizabeth Waters with Harvey Pollins as accompanist.
In Baltimore on March 7 AP reports Mag istrate Harry Fine plans to seek the whipping post for Charles W. Hauf 21 charged with wife beating. Loretta 20 mother of four months old testified to abuse and choking. Hauf pleads not guilty. Last week Clyde Miller 35 received 20 lashes for a wife beating case. Separately the piece notes the United States consumes about 1.5 billion pounds of coffee annually.
The article discusses whether autos are a luxury or necessity for relief workers. In Frederica area welfare offices no tag exchange is planned. cars remain in relief racks when owners surrender them. WPA staffers use vehicles for transport to work. locals argue autos are essential for rural people to reach doctors, shops, and needed services.
A large congregation at Calvary Methodist Episcopal church held Holy Communion. Rev. Dr. B. W. Meeks officiated. Kenneth L. Mantz remembered with flowers. Evening sermon by Rev. Meeks on The Just Shall Live By Faith. Spring Rally Day led by Leaders Bible Class with Roger G. Harley.
About two hundred mothers gathered at Hood College for the twelfth annual Mothers Week-end, ending with a Sunday organ recital in Brodbeck Hall at 3 pm. The program featured Bach, Widor, Stamitz, Hensels Kraft, Wagner, Tchaikowsky, and pieces by Ralph Kinder and R Spaulding Stoughton, performed under Professor Henry T. Wade.
A compact pair of moral lines contrasts biblical counsel with a stage playwright’s wordplay. Corinthians advises patience in marriage while Massinger warns against overstepping rank, both weaving themes of liberty and duty.
A miscellany of historical anniversaries from 1791 to 1937 includes notable figures such as Geoild Brown, James Mills Thoburn, Edward Papson Roe, Luther Berdank, Champ Clark, Thomas G. Marek, and Daniel Webster. Also notes historic events like the Aquidneck Compact and Bell’s telephone patent, with a list of contemporary birthdays and a cautious horoscope for the day.
Arthur E. Morgan indicated he would stay on as chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority despite suggestions from two co-directors that he resign. He said surrendering the chance to contribute to decency and effectiveness in government does not seem the right course.
A cluttered etiquette feature presents Q and A on eating cob, seating women, ash tray courtesy, grace recitation, spoon bread, and hosting budgets. It blends guidance on polite table manners with practical advice for low spend entertaining and steps to handle social pressure.
In a New York dispatch, George Ross recalls humor and anecdotes from the Morning World era. The piece pairs light backstage quips about editors and reporters with vignettes of stars like Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey, and Cab Calloway. It notes musicians retreating to farms between gigs and jokes about a Rembrandt signature mystery.
Health column notes temperature contrasts should not be great and suggests keeping indoor temps 75 to 80 F with 40 to 35 percent humidity in public spaces. Air conditioning in large buildings appears satisfactory for comfort, while home cooling is a luxury due to cost. Guidance includes insulation, awnings, attic exhaust fans, and using desk fans or single room coolers to limit energy use.
John Nelson, born June 1 1791 in Frederick Maryland, was a Jackson era Democrat lawyer and congressman. He served March 1821 to March 1823, declined reelection, later acted as United States chargé d affaires to the Two Sicilies from 1821 to 1832, and held cabinet posts as Attorney General and interim Secretary of State. He died January 8 1869 in Baltimore and was interred at Greenmount Cemetery.
Chest clinic to be led by Dr. S. 552 at the State Sanatorium near Sabillasville. Winchester Hall, health officer Dr. E. C. Keifauve, will supervise the clinic at the county health offices on Tuesday at 1 o'clock.
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